The Aida Velvet Bow Barrette exudes the effortless, whimsical look of a ribbon tied in the hair. Crafted with a fine velvet ribbon, this bow is inspired by timeless childhood heroines like Alice in Wonderland, but with a firmly sophisticated flair. Made by hand in our New York studio, this bow features an automatic French barrette closure, making it easy to wear in an endless number of hairstyles, in any type of hair. Material The Aida Bow Barrette is made by hand in New York of velvet ribbon with a steel French barrette closure. We recommend treating this bow as you would a piece of jewelry, and storing in the dust bag when not in use. Avoid contact with water, perfume, and other chemicals, including hairspray, which should be used before placement in the hair.